Name: DS-8A5SH Dell 8x SATA Slimline CD/DVD Rewritable Optical Drive with Bezel
Brand: Dell
SKU: DS-8A5SH
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell DS-8A5SH is a slim optical drive that reads and writes CDs and DVDs in a compact form factor. It slots into slimline bays and supports common disc formats, making it a practical choice for systems needing media access without taking up much space.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	DS-8A5SH

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm), 80 mm (8 cm)
Interface	Slimline SATA (SATA)
Data Transfer Rate	CD-ROM read 24x (≈3.6 MB/s), CD-R write 24x (≈3.6 MB/s); DVD-ROM read 8x (≈11.08 MB/s), DVD±R write 8x (≈11.08 MB/s); DVD±RW rewrite up to 6x

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	12.7 mm x 128 mm x 129 mm
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The Dell DS-8A5SH is a slimline optical drive designed for reading and writing CDs and DVDs at speeds up to 8x. It's commonly used in compact desktop setups, small form factor PCs, and workstations where space is limited but optical media support remains necessary. This drive fits easily into standard slimline bays, making it ideal for office environments and personal computing where data backup, media playback, or software installation via discs is frequent. Key Features Supports multiple disc formats including CD-R, CD-RW, DVD±R, and DVD±RW for versatile media use 8x rewriting speed ensures efficient data recording and rewriting SATA interface provides reliable connectivity and faster data transfer Includes bezel to maintain consistent aesthetic with Dell systems Compact slimline design fits neatly into confined spaces without sacrificing performance This optical drive is generally found in office PCs, media centers, and legacy systems where disc media remains in active use. It helps users access physical media for data storage, software installation, or multimedia playback, bridging the gap in environments that still rely on CD and DVD formats.

Use Cases
The DS-8A5SH slimline optical drive is typically deployed in environments where compact form factor and legacy media access are essential. It is ideal for IT departments and system integrators managing thin clients, small form factor servers, or workstations requiring occasional read/write access to optical discs. How It's Used: Media archival and retrieval in SMB offices where centralized digital storage coexists with physical backup requirements. Legacy software installation and driver deployment in enterprise IT environments supporting older systems. Thin client or compact workstation setups in remote offices needing occasional DVD-based diagnostics or content loading. Edge computing nodes where space constraints limit hardware size but require flexible media input/output. Repair and maintenance stations within data centers requiring optical drives for firmware updates or recovery tools. By integrating into slimline bays, the DS-8A5SH supports operational workflows that rely on physical media without compromising system density. Its compatibility with standard SATA interfaces ensures seamless integration and maintains performance consistency within constrained hardware configurations.

DS-8A5SH Dell 8x SATA Slimline CD/DVD Rewritable Optical Drive with Bezel

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